Supervisor, Patient Care RN – Substance Use Disorder – San Diego – Varied Shift

Facility: Scripps Mercy San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Career Area: RN

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Varied

Job ID: 252001910

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Scripps Mercy Hospital has served central and downtown San Diego since 1890 and is the oldest medical center in the county. The San Diego campus is located near the corner of 5th Avenue and Washington Street in Hillcrest.

Scripps Mercy Hospital consists of two campuses in San Diego and Chula Vista. 

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego’s campus includes the O’Toole Breast Care Center, a 24-hour emergency room that is a Level I Trauma Center, outpatient physical rehabilitation, minimally invasive robotic surgery and our childbirth unit (including a Level II neonatal intensive care unit).

Job Description

This is a full-time, exempt role with flexible, varied shifts, located at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego.

As part of our team, you will be eligible for the Supervisor Incentive Plan, offering additional rewards for your leadership contributions.

Why Scripps Health? Scripps Health is more than just a healthcare provider—it’s a community of professionals dedicated to making a difference. We pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters continuous growth and excellence in patient care.

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE

  • Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute have named Scripps Health one of the “100 Best Places to Work” in 2024—for the 16th time. We’re the only healthcare provider in California to earn this honor.
  • Newsweek recognized us as one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity” in 2024.
  • Nearly 25% of our employees have been with Scripps for over 10 years, a testament to our commitment to employee satisfaction and career development.
  • Ranked #78 on PEOPLE‘s “Companies That Care 2023” list.
  • Ranked #95 in Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For in 2023.”

About Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego Serving San Diego’s central and downtown communities since 1890, Scripps Mercy is home to a Level 1 Trauma Center and offers a range of advanced specialty services, including robotic surgery, outpatient rehabilitation, and comprehensive maternity care.

Role Overview: Supervisor, Patient Care RN – Substance Use Disorder as the Supervisor of the Substance Use Disorder unit at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, you will lead a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care for patients on their recovery journey. In this role, you’ll ensure that nursing practices align with the highest standards of care and foster a culture of safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Patient Care Manager to provide leadership for the unit, overseeing daily staffing and ensuring optimal patient care.
  • Lead efforts to improve patient flow, bed placement, and transitions of care using cutting-edge technology.
  • Ensure seamless patient hand-offs between levels of care, and actively involve nursing staff in planning and coordination.
  • Promote a patient-centered approach to care while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both staff and patients.
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Required Education/Experience/Skills:

  • Minimum of two years of clinical experience, with at least one year in a leadership role.
  • Exceptional skills in communication, problem-solving, team development, and strategic planning.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage responsibilities within the scope of the organization and the complexities of patient care.
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Required Certification/Registration:

  • Active California RN license.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
  • Completion of all competencies and certifications required for the Charge RN role on the unit.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills/Certifications:

  • BSN or specialty certification in the relevant area (if applicable).

Position Pay Range: $62.50-$87.10/hour

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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About Us

At Scripps, we seek dedicated, compassionate people to join our team and make a significant impact on the health of our community and the future of healthcare. Throughout our five hospital campuses, 30 outpatient centers and clinics, and hundreds of affiliated physician offices throughout the region, each member of our team plays a key role in our life-changing and life-saving mission. Scripps Health is the only San Diego-based company to make Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Places to Work. Our people and their commitment to the highest standards of care are what define us.

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Certified Great Place to Work Designation
Fortune Top 100 Hospitals Award
American Heart Association 2024 Get with the Guidelines Designation for Stroke Care Gold Plus Stroke Honor Roll Elite Advanced Therapy